The Theory of the Leisure Class by Veblen, Thorstein (9781494806514)

The Theory of the Leisure Class

by Veblen, Thorstein

Paperback - English

Classic of economic and social theory offers a satiric examination of the hollowness and falsity suggested by the term "conspicuous consumption," exposing the emptiness of many cherished standards of taste, education, dress, and culture. Since first appearing in 1899, it has become a classic of social theory that has contributed to the modernization of economic policy.

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ADDITIONAL INFO

ISBN

1494806517

EAN

9781494806514

Publisher

CREATESPACE

Publication Date

26 Dec 2013

Pages

212

Weight (kg)

0.29

Dimensions (cm)

22.9 x 15.2 x 1.1

About Author

Thorstein Veblen (1857-1929) was perhaps the most famous American economist and social critic of his time. He taught at the universities of Chicago and Missouri, Stanford University, and the New School for Social Research. His many books include The Theory of Business Enterprise, The Higher Learning in America, and The Theory of the Leisure Class, all available from Transaction.